1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS.
Because 2012 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Avanti | Lexus |
| Model | Avanti | IS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
